Anthony Arato passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at the age of 78. He was the beloved Husband of Domenica Arato. Loving Father of Sara Martinello and Mina Sheck and Father-in-Law of Liberato and David. Cherished Grandfather of Maria, Aniello and Albert Anthony. Dear Brother of Michael Arato, Louise Avellino and the late Mary Doyle. Mr. Arato was a United States Army Veteran. Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church on Tuesday October 23, 2012 9:45 AM Entombment followed at St. John’s Cemetery Christ the Redeemer Mausoleum, Middle Village, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378